Breathe.
Whilst cramming for a Bali getaway may seem suddenly unmanageable, not all is lost. There are great options – right in our own backyard!
Beyond the Jumbo Floating Restaurant, the Southside has charming, little pockets. Its sweeping vistas may be a long way away from Bali, but has plentiful arts and culture, dining, hiking, and shopping adventures abound. Best of all, the Southside is home to delightful Buy One Get Free offers, just waiting to be discovered on your Entertainer App.
Here's a little guide to why the Southside is your hottest ticket to a glorious, last-minute staycation.
STAY
Ovolo Southside is Hong Kong's first warehouse conversion hotel. Art, sculptures and modern graffiti. It's a kickass masterpiece of industrial edge and is, by itself, a destination. Its ‘Signature Freebies' are legendary: free minibar, free WiFi, free gym, free Happy Hour from 6 – 8 pm daily at Lo Lounge, free coffee and snacks all-day and even a free grab bag with healthy snacks for when you do decide to leave the property and explore the blossoming Wong Chuk Hang neighbourhood.64 Wong Chuk Hang Road
PLAY
Ocean Park – Hong Kong's homegrown, world-class attraction – is right in the hood. There's no better time to discover some of its more unforgettable offers than with the series of unique and fun-filled animal encounters on your Entertainer App. Get up close and personal with penguins, seals and even become an honorary panda keeper. This one's for the whole family. 180 Wong Chuk Hang Road
EAT
Lunch buffet, anyone? Prompt is nestled within chic, pulsing and urban-cool Cyberport. The restaurant is bright, laidback and airy and is perfect for a long, relaxed meal. Enjoy the lively theatrics from the open-gallery kitchen or dine al fresco for a more romantic experience. International cuisine. 4/F Le Meridien Cyberport, 100 Cyberport Road, Telegraph Bay>
EXPLORE
Stanley Market, with its plethora of silks, art, Chinese costume jewellery, postcards and sundry tchotchke, never gets old. A hard day of shopping is best finished off with an adventurous, travel-inspired lunch. Pinot Duck, among the newest restaurants to open in scenic Stanley, embodies one of the culinary world's most celebrated pairings – duck and the Pinot grape. Shop G07, G/F Stanley Plaza, 23 Carmel Road
There's more to Repulse Bay than just a crowded beach and a swanky shopping mall. The Repulse Bay Visual Art Museum covers 23,000 square feet and is the largest of its kind in the city. Featuring over 80 pieces of digital art and paintings, it's a must-go for everyone who wants to experience the art of optical illusions. Visitors interact and become part of the 3D artwork, themselves. This museum takes interaction and engagement to a whole new level! Shop B104, Basement 1 & Shop 305, 1/F, 28 Beach Road
SHOP
Horizon Plaza's 28 floors of shopping can be daunting for even the most experienced shopaholic. But with every great effort, comes great reward. Search your way to unique furniture from around the globe, games for the kids and designer duds. To preserve your serenity, a tactical approach is required. Tackle the beast from top to bottom. Before you begin, fuel up at TREE Café, which has a varied menu of salads, sandwiches and snacks, comfortable seating and free WiFi. There's also an awesome kids' play area to keep the tiny tots busy. 28/F Horizon Plaza, 2 Lee Wing Street
SEE
Above is Ovolo Southside's rooftop bar. And this one's peerless, as far as rooftop bars go. Sip a signature cocktail whilst basking in the glorious glow of sunset and marvel at the panoramic juxtaposition of sea, skyscrapers, mountains and flyovers. Can you spot Ocean Park's fountains and cable cars in the distance? Unbeatable. 23/F Ovolo Southside, 64 Wong Chuk Hang Road